Alicante weekend events agenda, 13–16 August 2026: KURIOS, San Roque, Moros y Cristianos, concerts, Candlelight
Best of this weekend:
- Cirque du Soleil KURIOS at Playa de San Juan
- Fiestas de San Roque in the historic San Roque district
- Moros y Cristianos de Altozano
- Verano de MĂşsicas at Plaza del Ayuntamiento
- Blues y Jazz en Cigarreras: Eva Romero & Gypsy Swing Quintet
- Candlelight: The Lord of the Rings at MARQ
- Nit de l’Albà and Misteri d’Elx in Elche
- Family-friendly Verano en Parques at Lo Morant
Below is a selection of events in Alicante and nearby from 13 to 16 August 2026: a circus show, city festivities, free concerts, blues and jazz, family plans, Candlelight, gastronomy at the castle and major August traditions in Elche. Each event includes the venue, time, price and a link to buy tickets or check the event page. We recommend checking the latest schedule before going.
Planning an August weekend in Alicante? Alicante Smart Hotel is a convenient base for KURIOS at Playa de San Juan, evening concerts in the city centre, walks around Santa Bárbara, a trip to Elche and seaside events.
13 August, Thursday
Cirque du Soleil KURIOS – Cabinet of Curiosities
The major Cirque du Soleil show continues its summer season in Alicante: acrobatics, theatre, humour, music and a fantasy steampunk aesthetic under the Big Top at Playa de San Juan. One of the most notable family plans in August.
- Where: Under the Big Top, Playa San Juan, 141 Avinguda de la Costa Blanca, Alicante
- When: until 23 August 2026; the exact session time is selected on the ticket page
- Price: from 43 €
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Fiestas de San Roque 2026 – opening of the festivities
The traditional Fiestas de San Roque begin in the old district at the foot of the castle: traditional dances, the transfer of the image of San Roque, pregĂłn, picaeta, Baile del Pavo and an evening street celebration at Plaza del Puente.
- Where: Plaza del Puente and San Roque district, Alicante
- When: 13 August, from 19:00; main evening events – 19:00, 19:30 and 21:00
- Price: free
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Verano de MĂşsicas: Banda SinfĂłnica Municipal de Alicante
A free concert at Plaza del Ayuntamiento: Banda SinfĂłnica Municipal de Alicante performs under the direction of Pedro Lara. A relaxed city-centre plan before a walk through the old town.
- Where: Plaza del Ayuntamiento, Alicante
- When: 13 August, 19:30
- Price: free, admission until the square reaches capacity
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Nit de l’Albà in Elche
One of the best-known August plans near Alicante: on the night of 13 August, the sky over Elche is lit up by thousands of fireworks in honour of the Virgen de la AsunciĂłn. The highlight is the large Palmera de la Virgen close to midnight.
- Where: Elche, city centre and the area around BasĂlica de Santa MarĂa
- When: 13 August, approximately 23:15–00:00
- Price: free
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Los Misterios del Castillo de Santa Bárbara
A night-time theatrical tour of Castillo de Santa Bárbara: history, legends, actors, passages through the fortress after sunset and a final tasting. The tour is held in Spanish.
- Where: Castillo de Santa Bárbara, Alicante
- When: 13 August, 21:30
- Price: adults – 12 €, children – 8 €, family rate – 30 €
- buy ticket
14 August, Friday
Fiestas de San Roque 2026 – pasacalles, ofrenda and cowboy night
Friday’s San Roque programme includes morning parades, floral offerings, traditional children’s games, a tortilla contest, a fantasy hat contest, a themed cowboy night with a mechanical bull and late-night street celebrations.
- Where: Plaza del Puente and San Roque district, Alicante
- When: 14 August, from 10:00; evening programme – from 21:30
- Price: free
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Verano de Músicas: “Nuestro último verano – Una historia de Mamma Mia”
A free Friday concert at Plaza del Ayuntamiento: AsociaciĂłn Cultural Aura presents “Nuestro Ăşltimo verano: Una historia de Mamma Mia” under the musical direction of Shlomo RodrĂguez.
- Where: Plaza del Ayuntamiento, Alicante
- When: 14 August, 21:00
- Price: free, admission until the square reaches capacity
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Blues y Jazz en Cigarreras: Eva Romero & Gypsy Swing Quintet
The second evening of the August Blues y Jazz cycle at Las Cigarreras: Eva Romero performs with Gypsy Swing Quintet – with gypsy jazz, swing, blues and original arrangements of genre classics.
- Where: JardĂn Vertical, Centro Cultural Las Cigarreras, Calle San Carlos, 78, Alicante
- When: 14 August, 21:00; access to the venue – from 20:30
- Price: free, admission until the venue reaches capacity
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Misteri d’Elx – La Vespra
The first part of Misteri d’Elx – La Vespra takes place in Elche. This medieval musical and dramatic tradition is linked to the feast of the Asunción de la Virgen and is one of the city’s main cultural symbols.
- Where: BasĂlica de Santa MarĂa, Elche
- When: 14 August; time and entry conditions are confirmed on the official page
- Price: traditionally free admission until capacity is reached
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Los Misterios del Castillo de Santa Bárbara
Friday’s night tour of Santa Bárbara Castle is a good option for those who want to end the evening not in a club, but in a historic fortress overlooking night-time Alicante.
- Where: Castillo de Santa Bárbara, Alicante
- When: 14 August, 21:30
- Price: adults – 12 €, children – 8 €, family rate – 30 €
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IMBA DJs con Crusy B2B Tony Romera – Marmarela
A night-time club plan by the port: IMBA DJs with Crusy B2B Tony Romera on the Main Terrace and Indoor Main Stage. The format is electronic and club music until the early hours.
- Where: Marmarela, Muelle Levante 14, Alicante
- When: 14 August, 23:00–07:00
- Price: from 18 €
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15 August, Saturday
Fiestas de San Roque 2026 – Banya, Fiesta de la Espuma and Noche Blanca
One of the busiest days of the San Roque festivities: parades, foam party, water games for children, Disney costume parade, paella contest and street celebrations.
- Where: Plaza del Puente and San Roque district, Alicante
- When: 15 August, from 10:00; evening programme – from 19:00
- Price: free
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Verano de MĂşsicas: Banda SinfĂłnica Municipal de Alicante
The final concert of the Verano de MĂşsicas cycle at Plaza del Ayuntamiento: Banda SinfĂłnica Municipal de Alicante, conducted by Pedro Lara, closes the summer series of free performances in the city centre.
- Where: Plaza del Ayuntamiento, Alicante
- When: 15 August, 19:30
- Price: free, admission until the square reaches capacity
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Misteri d’Elx – La Festa
The second part of Misteri d’Elx – La Festa takes place at BasĂlica de Santa MarĂa in Elche. For those who want to see one of the most important cultural traditions in Alicante province, this is a key plan for 15 August.
- Where: BasĂlica de Santa MarĂa, Elche
- When: 15 August; time and entry conditions are confirmed on the official page
- Price: traditionally free admission until capacity is reached
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Candlelight: The Lord of the Rings
A candlelit concert at MARQ: music from The Lord of the Rings trilogy performed by a string quartet. A chamber evening for those who want to swap a busy festival atmosphere for a more intimate cultural plan.
- Where: Museo ArqueolĂłgico de Alicante MARQ
- When: 15 August; exact time is selected on the ticket page (18:30 or 20:30)
- Price: from 29.00 €
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Degustaciones en el Castillo de Santa Bárbara
A Saturday gastronomic plan at the castle: tastings of D.O. Alicante wines with local products, or chocolate and turrĂłn tastings. Easy to combine with MUSA and evening views over the city.
- Where: Castillo de Santa Bárbara, Alicante
- When: 15 August; time is selected on the booking page
- Price: to be confirmed on the booking page
- information and tickets
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16 August, Sunday
Fiestas de San Roque 2026 – procession and closing celebration
The final day of Fiestas de San Roque: parades, mass, the solemn procession in honour of San Roque, rollitos and mistela, followed by a closing street celebration.
- Where: Plaza del Puente, San Roque district and central Alicante
- When: 16 August; mass – 20:00, followed by the procession and closing celebration
- Price: free
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Verano en Parques: “El show de Mofly, Bupy y Gum”
A family concert with animation as part of the city’s Verano en Parques cycle. The format is recommended for children aged around 4–8 and works well as a relaxed Sunday open-air plan.
- Where: Parque Municipal Lo Morant, Alicante
- When: 16 August, 20:00
- Price: free
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Degustaciones en el Castillo de Santa Bárbara
A Sunday tasting at the castle – an option for those who want to close a long weekend with a gastronomic plan and views over Alicante bay.
- Where: Castillo de Santa Bárbara, Alicante
- When: 16 August; time is selected on the booking page
- Price: to be confirmed on the booking page
- information and tickets
Running all weekend
Moros y Cristianos de Altozano 2026
Moros y Cristianos de Altozano takes place from 12 to 16 August in honour of the Virgen de la AsunciĂłn. The programme includes traditional parades, music, the festive atmosphere of the neighbourhood and events linked to one of the most spectacular Valencian traditions.
- Where: barrio de Altozano, Alicante
- When: 12–16 August 2026
- Price: free
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Cirque du Soleil KURIOS – weekend performances
KURIOS continues in Alicante throughout the weekend. It is a convenient option for families, couples or groups who want to add a spectacular show at Playa de San Juan to their programme.
- Where: Under the Big Top, Playa San Juan, Alicante
- When: 13–16 August; exact sessions – on the ticket page
- Price: from 43 €
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ExposiciĂłn Permanente MUSA
The permanent MUSA exhibition at Castillo de Santa Bárbara is a cultural plan for any time during the weekend, especially if you are already going up to the castle for a tour, tasting or evening walk.
- Where: Castillo de Santa Bárbara, Alicante
- When: according to the castle opening hours
- Price: free
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Exposición “Hálito” – Museo de Aguas de Alicante
An exhibition at Museo de Aguas de Alicante – a quiet cultural route in the historic part of the city, easy to combine with a walk through Santa Cruz and the centre.
- Where: Museo de Aguas de Alicante – Pozos de Garrigós
- When: in summer – Tuesday to Friday 10:00–14:00 and 18:00–21:00; Saturday and Sunday 10:00–14:00
- Price: to be confirmed on the event page
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Exposición “Alicante Renace 2026”
A photography exhibition about the nature and landscapes of Alicante province at Palacio El Portalet – an easy cultural plan in the old town for a hot August day.
- Where: Palacio El Portalet, Alicante old town
- When: during the summer; current schedule – on the event page
- Price: free
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Extend your August weekend in Alicante
After KURIOS, San Roque, Moros y Cristianos, Candlelight, evening concerts or a trip to Elche, staying one more night in the city is a convenient option. Book your stay at Alicante Smart Hotel and start the next day at a relaxed pace – with breakfast, a walk around the centre and new plans in Alicante.